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I have always LOVED those old teal mason jars that you find at vintage flea markets and shops. However they are usually super expensive and hard to find. This week my aunt and I decided to create some of our own and they turned out wonderful.

We went to Michael's and bought the Americana transparent glass paint.

Next we painted the jars with a paint

brush and set them aside to dry for 4 days.

After the 4 days we put them in the oven at 275 F for 30 min

( following the directions on the back of the paint).

After they are baked let them cool completely.

I wanted to show you the difference between an authentic teal jar and my own.

On the left is the authentic jar/On the right is my DIY jar

Pretty impressive eh?

Stick some flowers in it and you are done!

If you liked this tutorial stay tuned for my Coffee Filter Peonies shown in the photos below.

I hope your summer has been filled with blessings.

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I love your sweet mason jar and wow it is really very easy and you get some FAB results! Thank you so much for sharing and I know I am going to be making some really soon! Hugs! I am sharing it today on Junkin Joe!

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Hi my name is Haleigh!!! Welcome to Simply Shabby! I am so glad you are here. I am in love with everything vintage and shabby chic! I love doing DIY projects and creating new things! I am a sinner saved by grace and I love to use the creativity that God has given me to inspire others! Hope you come again!